Recent months have seen plenty of the Irishman’s defensive steel but less of his foraging flair, and its possible players such as Pablo Zabaleta might have crept ahead of him in the running to nail down that prestigious right back slot when the awards are announced next Sunday.

Examine why the goals might have dried up however, and it’s hard to avoid one major conclusion. Aside from the fact that opponents have become wise to the 25-year-old’s movement and endeavoured to neutralise him, it is the emergence of Gerard Deulofeu which has really pegged him back.

Literally.

Coleman is the ultimate team-man. Only this week he was glowing about the mercurial Catalan.

“He (Deulofeu) is one of those players where you've just got to give him the ball and let him face his marker one-v-one and support him as much as you can,” he said.

“Once he gets in those positions, he's dangerous for the opposing full-back.”

True enough, but he is also so disinclined to track back that Coleman’s adventure has been stunted for fear of being exposed.

You won’t hear the boy from Donegal complaining though. Neither will Evertonians, who wouldn’t swap him for anyone.

Chance for fans to play at Goodison Park

How about a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play in front of Premier League scouts at Goodison in May?

Fans of the Blues can follow in the footsteps of their heroes ahead of the culmination of the Premier League season, just days after Roberto Martinez leads his men out to take on Manchester City in their final home game.

As well as gracing the famous pitch, players will be able to utilise the dressing rooms while stadium seating will be available for families and guests.

The public address system will also be in operation, helping to replicate a professional matchday experience for all participants.

Players will be given the chance to impress talent-spotters as part of an 11-a-side trial match, across under-16, under-18 and over-18 age groups, with scouts representing a host of top clubs in attendance.

Taking place on Saturday May 10, places are priced from £110 per person. Anyone interested in taking up a place at Goodison Park can call Football CV on 01933 420000, or visit FootballCV.com.

Places are strictly limited and are allocated on a first come, first serve basis.

* You can also win a chance to take part. All you have to do to is answer the following question: What is the official capacity of Goodison Park?

All correct answers will be entered in to a draw, with the first two out of the hat selected to win a place in the trials match at the home of the Toffees.

Entries must be received by 9am on Friday, May 2 and you must be available to travel under your own expense to Goodison on Saturday, May 10 for the event.

Countdown to early bird tickets

Evertonians have just FOUR days remaining to take advantage of huge savings on their 2014-15 Season Ticket.

The club’s early bird window allows those supporters who act fast to guarantee their attendance at Goodison for the cheapest possible price – and the pre-deadline saving of up to £120 equates to as many as two-and-a-half free games.

The window is set to close at midnight on Tuesday, April 22 so supporters are urged to secure their seat now.

Supporters can also buy their Season Ticket and take advantage of the Early Bird discount at the Everton Two store in Liverpool One this weekend. T

he ticket facility at Everton Two is open 9.30am-7pm from Monday to Friday, 9am-7pm on Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday.

Fans under the age of 11 are eligible for a bargain £95 Season Ticket, while Under-16s have also seen Season Ticket prices frozen across the stadium and adult prices start from £444.